Show designer, Production Designer, Storytelling,
Objectives
1. Celebrate the 40th national day of the country
2. Highlight the achievements of the country in the past 40 years
3. Communicate the importance of Unity and its effects on the nation
4. Reinforcing national identify on various levels
5. Celebrate the nation’s diverse culture (dance, folk songs, poetry, customs and traditions)
6. Reinforce the sense of Pride and Affinity that is usually stimulated on that day
7. Celebrate the nation’s past and current leaders, highlighting their roles in the development of the nation
8. Create a sense of joy and happiness in the form of entertainment in which the visitor can easily relate to
and interact with, creating a feel of personal inclusion.
9. In a time of regional hostility, the UAE is sending a powerful message about unity and peace
The Storyteller
The Arabic Culture is renowned for its rich stories and excellent storytelling techniques. The storyteller or “Al Rawi” as he is known in Arabic is usually a wise and well travelled man who is very respected and treasured by his society.
The Moon
The Moon plays a significant role in the Islamic and Arabic culture. This celestial object is used to define the Islamic calendar and has been the subject of many Arabic poems as its considered a sign of great beauty and allure. The Moon is as old as the land it glows above and it has witnessed many great struggles, battles and achievements.
A sereis of matte paintings were designed for the storyboard for the Acts of the Show
1. Celebrate the 40th national day of the country
2. Highlight the achievements of the country in the past 40 years
3. Communicate the importance of Unity and its effects on the nation
4. Reinforcing national identify on various levels
5. Celebrate the nation’s diverse culture (dance, folk songs, poetry, customs and traditions)
6. Reinforce the sense of Pride and Affinity that is usually stimulated on that day
7. Celebrate the nation’s past and current leaders, highlighting their roles in the development of the nation
8. Create a sense of joy and happiness in the form of entertainment in which the visitor can easily relate to
and interact with, creating a feel of personal inclusion.
9. In a time of regional hostility, the UAE is sending a powerful message about unity and peace
The Storyteller
The Arabic Culture is renowned for its rich stories and excellent storytelling techniques. The storyteller or “Al Rawi” as he is known in Arabic is usually a wise and well travelled man who is very respected and treasured by his society.
The Moon
The Moon plays a significant role in the Islamic and Arabic culture. This celestial object is used to define the Islamic calendar and has been the subject of many Arabic poems as its considered a sign of great beauty and allure. The Moon is as old as the land it glows above and it has witnessed many great struggles, battles and achievements.
A sereis of matte paintings were designed for the storyboard for the Acts of the Show
